Page 56 - MIL Syllabus and Lesson Plans

Survey and Data Analysis: Conduct a survey among students or the broader
school community to gather data on the prevalence of new phobias and their
impact. Students can collect and analyze the data, draw conclusions, and present

their findings to the class or the school community.
Support Resource Compilation: Assign students the task of compiling a list of
helpful resources, such as websites, hotlines, or apps, that individuals with new

phobias can use to seek support or access information. They can create a digital

or physical resource guide to share with others.
Podcast Series: Have students work in groups to create a podcast series focused
on different new phobias. Each episode can explore a specific phobia, including
discussions on its origins, symptoms, and strategies for managing and

overcoming it.
Peer Support Network: Facilitate the creation of a peer support network within
the class or the school community. Students can volunteer to be peer supporters,
offering a listening ear, providing information, and sharing strategies for

individuals experiencing new phobias.
These project ideas and activities provide opportunities for students to delve

deeper into the study of new phobias, engage with the topic through research,
reflection, and creative expression, and contribute to raising awareness and

support within their school community.

New Digital Phobias
As technology continues to evolve, new digital phobias, also known as
technophobia, can emerge. Here are a few examples of new digital phobias that

have been identified:
Nomophobia: This is the fear of being without a mobile device or being unable
to use it. It is characterized by anxiety or distress when separated from one's

smartphone or experiencing a low battery or lack of network connectivity.
FOMO (Fear of Missing Out): FOMO is the fear of missing out on social
events, experiences, or information that may be happening on digital platforms,

such as social media. It can lead to anxiety and a constant need to stay connected

to avoid feeling left out.
Cyberchondria: This is the excessive fear or anxiety related to one's health that
arises from searching for medical information online. Individuals with
cyberchondria tend to excessively research symptoms and self-diagnose, leading

to heightened health anxiety.

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